@therecordpromoter: Derrick Harriott was a legendary figure in Jamaican music history whose influential career spanned ska, rocksteady, and reggae. Born in Kingston, Jamaica, he first gained national attention during the late 1950s as part of the vocal group The Jiving Juniors. His soulful vocal delivery and smooth style quickly established him as a premier talent during a formative era for West Indian popular music. ​As a solo artist, Derrick Harriott delivered timeless hits that resonated deeply across Jamaica and international music circles. His signature tracks, including songs like The Loser and Solomon, highlighted his extraordinary ability to combine heartfelt storytelling with smooth rhythms. His contributions extended far beyond singing as he established his own label, Crystal Records, becoming one of Jamaica's most accomplished and forward thinking record producers. ​Through Crystal Records, Derrick Harriott nurtured and elevated many foundational Jamaican artists. He produced essential records for major stars such as Dennis Brown, The Ethiopians, and Augustus Pablo, while also creating popular dub albums like the famous Soundtrack From The Reggae Part 1 and Part 2 series. His sharp instincts as a producer helped define the soundscapes of rocksteady and early reggae, leaving a permanent imprint on global sound system culture. ​The passing of Derrick Harriott marks the loss of a true pioneer whose legacy as a singer, songwriter, and producer will forever remain vital to Jamaica's rich cultural heritage. His music continues to inspire generations of artists and fans around the world. ​#DerrickHarriott #JamaicanMusic #ReggaeLegend #Rocksteady #SkaPioneer

sharonburton60 :

My condolence to the family R.I.E.P Derrick Harriott.

tonymorgan486 :

Mama tune them tune. When mama use to fry them corn pork in Sunday morning breakfast with ackee and roast bread fruit. Them tune she use to buss up while my father sit on the veranda with the newspaper in his shorts and no shirt. Mama a move her backside to the groovy tune. Them memories a them man's gave home in many home vibes back 70s and 80s.

one love :

RIP DEREK Harriott wicked singer from back in the good old days god bless u

Lee :

Thank you for everything now Rest in your power 🤲🏽🕊️🤲🏽🕊️🤲🏽🕊️🫶🏽

Kev 🇬🇧 :

R.I.P Derek

Rick Smith :

❤️RIP bigman you miss ❤️

MaggieStewart :

R. I. E. P You made some wicked tunez that was loved by many....

funkykong :

RIP

Nufflife1 :

Reeeewind [Fire][Fire][Fire]

vee :

🇯🇲🙏🏻🕊

MR Gods-Child :

Rest up legend …. You made some awesome music .. thank you for all of it

blue :

He was a boss 🕊️🕊️🕊️

Marie :

R.I.P

NubianStar9 :

r i power

The Record Promoter :

Another gone in 2026 Rest easy Derrick Harriott [Pray][Pray][Pray]

jallman13 :

Emperatriz A :

Descansa en paz.

JackieLondon :

Rip

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NoelYourRole :

Rainstorm :

RIP 💙🙏💙

,Dreameyesontop22 :

RIP condolences 🙏🏿 to the family thank you for the music and sweet memories 🙏🏿

Jackie Photos :

Rip[Red heart]

lord reedy :

what a soul 💯 smooth voice

Angela 🇬🇾🇯🇲ᵀᴹ¹ :

🙏🏾❤️May he rest in everlasting peace and may we continue to love and cherish his tunes. #thank you for sharing these songs with us ❤️